2018

If you’re uncomfortable with your smile because you have misaligned teeth, you might be thinking of getting braces. However, if you’re like a lot of other adults, you may not want metal braces since they have such a profound effect on your appearance. While aligner trays might seem like a good alternative, they’re not always suitable and they take longer to work. A better solution could be ceramic braces. Here’s why you should talk to your dentist about them.…

Dental discoloration can occur because of the pigmented foods and drinks that you consume. Additionally, teeth can darken due to decay or age. Here a few things that you can do to maintain the whiteness of your teeth.
Chew Whitening Gum
Whitening chewing gum does not dramatically improve the color of your teeth. However, it can help prevent the teeth from becoming progressively stained. The gum contains whitening components, such as malic acid or titanium dioxide.…

Going to the dentist is probably not something you look forward to, and it can be even more intimidating if you decide to choose a new dentist. After all, you may not know a thing about the clinic you are going to or the dentist you will see. Well, the good news is that going to the dentist for a new patient exam can actually be a good experience, and it is something that will help you care for your teeth.…

While having dental implants placed may be a quick and minor procedure for some patients, it is still important to prepare yourself for the event and your recovery. Here are a few things you can do the day before your surgery to make your life easier the day of the procedure.
Prepare Some Implant-Friendly Meals
For the first few days after having an implant placed, you may want to restrict your diet to soft foods such as cream soups, mashed potatoes, bananas, avocados, and similar foods.…

A properly fitted dental bridge will last up to fifteen years. It just depends on the material you chose to create the bridge. Porcelain is your best bet, since it can also withstand bruxism. However, if you chose a different sort of material for your bridge, it may need to be replaced sooner. Sometimes, a dental bridge, like a real bridge, can become shaky or “rickety.” Here is what a shaky dental bridge looks and feels like, and how dental bridge services and a good dentist can fix it.…

Each general dentistry practice approaches their work differently, and it’s important to ask a number of questions before you settle on one that’s right for you. Given the diverse range of things that a dentist does, it can be difficult to make sure you touch all the bases. Asking about these four topics can give you a good idea of who you’ll be dealing with.
Dental Phobias
An estimated 50% of Americans do not consistently visit the dentist due to phobias.…

If your gums are receding, bleeding easily when you floss, or are becoming swollen, you may have gingivitis. Gingivitis is a gum inflammation that is caused by plaque and tartar buildup. It’s also the precursor to the more serious periodontitis, or gum disease. If left untreated, gum disease can not only infect your gums, but your jawbone as well. If you have the signs of gingivitis, read on.
Get Your Gum Pockets Measured…

If you want to whiten your teeth, you can either do it at your dentist’s office or rely on at-home treatments. Here are the three common techniques for at-home whitening:
Tray Whitening
This is one of the oldest at-home teeth whitening methods. In this case, you take bleaching trays that fits over your upper and lower teeth and place whitening gels on them. You then fit the trays over your teeth and leave them in place for the recommended duration (typically several hours per day).…

Dental crowns have never been considered a cosmetic thing. They have always been a necessary, tooth-saving procedure. This is very different from veneers, which also cover your teeth. Yet, veneers are cosmetic. So, what makes these two teeth-covering procedures so different? It has a lot to do with purpose; crowns have purposes, while veneers do not have the same purposes.
Dental Crowns Save a Severely Damaged Teeth
When you go to the dentist because you need a crown, it is because you have a severely damaged tooth that will die completely if your dentist does not intervene.…

Cosmetic dentistry focuses on altering the appearance of the teeth. One popular cosmetic dental application is the porcelain veneer.
Like your tooth enamel, porcelain is translucent and white. Veneers are super-thin, tooth-shaped shells made of porcelain. They are attached to the front of your teeth to cover imperfections without compromising your ability to chew.
Many different types of dental blemishes can be concealed by veneers, such as cracks, discoloration, chips, and dental misalignments.…

About Me

As a young child, I spent countless hours exploring the confines of my father's pediatric dental office. As soon as I was old enough, I became an integral part of the practice as a receptionist welcoming both children and adults into the fun loving atmosphere of the office.
After only a few years of work, I realized that parents were often making the same mistakes in regard to nutrition and general oral care. I started this blog to help parents and caregivers learn about the most basic aspects of their children's teeth.
Enjoy the site, and make sure to learn everything you can about the gums, teeth, and your child's jaw! An ounce of prevention, proper information, and a great diet can lead your child down the right path to a lifetime of strong and healthy teeth.